About Sultan

Sultan Karrani is a proud Emirati national and a DCT-accredited Lead tour guide in Arabiers Holidays who guides across the UAE - from Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Sharjah to Ras Al Khaimah, Umm Al Quwain and Fujairah.

As a senior leader in Emirati-led tours, Sultan is recognized not only for his guiding expertise but also for his leadership within the team of Emirati guides. He has been instrumental in shaping meaningful cultural journeys that highlight the UAE’s identity, traditions and modern development.

His work includes conducting private tours for VIP delegates, diplomats and high-profile guests, offering exclusive experiences across some of the UAE’s most iconic landmarks. One of his key areas of focus is guiding visitors through the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi, where he provides insightful storytelling that connects architecture, spirituality and Emirati culture.

Sultan has also been featured in media coverage, including a Gulf News article highlighting guided experiences at Al Wathba, where he contributed to raising awareness about the UAE’s natural heritage and conservation efforts. His tours often emphasize education, cultural understanding and environmental appreciation.

In addition, he collaborates with major hotels and hospitality partners to deliver curated cultural understanding sessions. These sessions are designed to help international guests better understand Emirati traditions, etiquette and lifestyle, strengthening cross-cultural connection and awareness.

Through his work, Sultan Karrani continues to represent the UAE as a bridge between cultures, ensuring every guest leaves with a deeper appreciation of Emirati heritage, values and hospitality.

Top Skills

Licensed UAE Tour Guiding

Emirati Heritage Storytelling

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Tours

VIP & Diplomatic Guest Handling

Cultural Understanding Sessions

Hotel & Hospitality Partner Support

UAE Heritage & Traditions

Environmental & Natural Heritage Tours

Tour-Guide Training

Guide Mentoring & Onboarding

On the Ground with Sultan

Sultan Karrani leading a private nature walk at Al Wathba Wetland Reserve in Abu Dhabi for Arabiers guests

Private nature walk, Al Wathba

Al Wathba Wetland Reserve · Abu Dhabi

Sultan leads guests on foot through the reed channels of the reserve he has guided since it opened to visitors — timing the walk so they reach the lagoon as the flamingos feed, even under light winter rain.

Sultan Karrani guiding an inclusive heritage tour at Flamingo and Dhub Trails in Al Wathba, Abu Dhabi

Inclusive heritage tour — featured in Gulf News

Flamingo & Dhub Trails, Al Wathba · Abu Dhabi

Briefing the ‘People of Determination’ group reported by Gulf News under the Year of Giving. As one of three Emirati guides who designed the official ‘Emirati Experiences’ programme, Sultan adapts the trail so every guest reaches the flamingos.

Sultan Karrani with Arabiers guests at a camel farm in Al Dhafra desert, Abu Dhabi

Desert & camel-farm experience

Al Dhafra desert · Abu Dhabi

Beyond the dunes at golden hour, Sultan takes guests into a working camel farm — feeding the herd, and explaining how Bedouin families raise the animal at the centre of Emirati desert life.

Sultan Karrani hosting Arabiers guests for a traditional Emirati dining experience at Al Fanar Restaurant in Dubai

Traditional Emirati dining at Al Fanar

Al Fanar Restaurant · Dubai

Hosting an Arabiers group at the long majlis table of Al Fanar, the heritage restaurant built to recall 1960s Dubai — walking guests through the dishes, the etiquette and the Arabic coffee ritual.

What travellers say about touring with Sultan

Real, named reviews from travellers Sultan has personally looked after, each one verified and published on Google Reviews.

Learned a lot about Emirati culture

Sultan took us to the Grand Mosque and for a traditional meal at Al Fanar. He explained the customs and the coffee properly, and answered all our questions. Easy to talk to and clearly knows his own culture well.

Emily Carter United Kingdom · 4 months ago

Good local knowledge of the history

We did the Al Ain heritage sites with Sultan. He clearly knows the history and told it in a way that was easy to follow. Happy to stop and explain things properly rather than rush us through.

Mark Jensen Denmark · 6 months ago

Patient and welcoming with our group

Friendly and patient the whole day. He adjusted the pace so everyone in our group could keep up and made sure we were comfortable. Felt well looked after from start to finish.

Sarah Mitchell Australia · 5 months ago

Enjoyed the Al Wathba walk

Sultan timed the Al Wathba walk well and we got to see the flamingos. He pointed out the birds and explained the reserve. A relaxed, informative morning with a guide who knows the place.

Thomas Berger Germany · 3 months ago

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